2007 BMW 118 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 118 | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2912 mm |